Quarry Project Manager

Job Summary

The Quarry Project Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of quarry development and capital improvement projects. This role manages cross-functional teams and contractors to ensure quarry improvement projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements.

Duties

• Plan, manage, and oversee quarry projects and capital upgrades.
• Coordinate daily project activities with quarry operations, plant operations, maintenance, engineering, quality control, logistics, and outside contractors.
• Develop project schedules, budgets, scopes of work, resource plans, and performance milestones; monitor progress and adjust plans as needed.
• Ensure work is conducted in compliance with MSHA requirements, company safety policies, environmental permits, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage contractor performance, bid reviews, purchase orders, project documentation, change orders, and closeout activities.
• Partner with mine planning, engineering, and environmental teams to support long-term quarry development, reserve utilization, permitting, and reclamation activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, equipment utilization, traffic flow, material quality, downtime, and overall project execution.
• Lead project meetings, communicate risks and issues, and ensure stakeholders are aligned on priorities and deliverables.

Skills/Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing projects, budgets, schedules, and contractors.
• Ability to read and interpret site plans, mine plans, engineering drawings, production reports, and project specifications.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to tolerate noisy, dirty, and uncomfortable working environments some of the time.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and project management tools.

Academic & Industry/Trade Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in aggregate quarry operations required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geology, Environmental Science, or a related field is preferred.
• General knowledge of federal mining and safety regulations.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk frequently on uneven, rocky, muddy, or sloped terrain.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during site visits and operational reviews.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25-50 pounds.
• Ability to operate a vehicle and travel throughout quarry properties and off-site locations.
• Ability to respond to emergencies, incidents, or operational issues at any time during working hours.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person